YOKKAO News

Liam Harrison vs Tetsuya Yamato for the YOKKAO World Title -65kg!

Breaking news: After a flashmeeting between fighters and promoters, YOKKAO officially announces that Liam Harrison vs Tetsuya Yamato will be valid for the YOKKAO World Title -65kg. Doungjai Tanana...

Saenchai: “Train Like You Fight”

Legendary words, by a legendary man. In a recent interview with T-Sport, the living legend Saenchai told fans one of the secrets to fighting success is to “train like you fight” and an even more r...

YOKKAO 14: a Talk with Josh Turbill

So with the upcoming YOKKAO event creeping upon us now, we had chance to have a chat with Josh Turbill. He will be Co-Main Event against Reece McAllister this coming October 10th, so it was good t...

YOKKAO 15 Chris Shaw: "Bennoui is good..but It's My Time!

The Muay Thai Community were recently told of the upcoming fight between Karim Bennoui and Christopher Shaw. Christopher Shaw is a seasoned fighter, we caught up with him for a chat to get an idea...

YOKKAO headed to USA with Saenchai in January/February 2017!

YOKKAO and Saenchai are planning a visit to America and Canada offering up a series of Muay Thai Saenchai reppin' the ltest YOKKAO Vintage Gloves training Seminars between January and February of ...

Introducing the Matrix Boxing Gloves!

YOKKAO is pushing the boundaries of boxing and Muay Thai equipment with the new Matrix edition. The premium leather gloves are handmade in Thailand by professionals who have crafted the art of bui...

Tetsuya Yamato signs sponsorship deal to join the YOKKAO Fight Team!

Japan - 11th of March, It's our pleasure to announce that Tetsuya Yamato signed a sponsorship deal to join the YOKKAO Fight Team. The Japanese Superstar with a record of 49 fights with 35 wins (24...

Tetsuya Yamato challenges Liam Harrison on IG for a rematch!

Yesterday in an unexpected surprise, Japan’s Tetsuya Yamato posted a new video on both IG and facebook, challenging the YOKKAO World Champion Liam Harrison for a rematch in his home country of Eng...

YOKKAO Next Generation Muay Thai events coming soon!

YOKKAO Next Generation series just announced on YOKKAO Instagram is grabbing the attention of all Muay Thai lovers around the world. YOKKAO Next Generation is the new global initiative with events...

A catch up with Reece McAllister!

I recently got chance to have a catch up with Reece McAllister. From the time I got to talk with him, it very quickly became apparent the love he has for his family and Muay Thai. He is such a nic...

Two World Titles. Two Events. One night in Bolton - YOKKAO 23/24

Two world titles. Two events. One ticket in Bolton. The smell of Thai liniment oil and the sound of pads being smashed while fighters warm up is just one of many experiences while at a show. YOKKA...

YOKKAO Training Center opening May in Hong Kong!

Yesterday in Bangkok, YOKKAO representative and promoter Stefania Picelli and Jason Fan (owner of the famous Hong ATMA Gym Kong) sealed the contract for the next YOKKAO Training Center in Hong Kon...

Pizza and the City official sponsor of YOKKAO events!

Are you looking for a real Italian Pizza in Bangkok? Check the brand new restaurant, Pizza and the City, is the have to go of the moment and official sponsor of YOKKAO events. Owned by Mr. Fiorent...